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1. Gardens |
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Irish National Stud & Japanese GardensTully, Co. KildareThe Japanese Gardens: The symbolism of life the gardens portray traces the journey of a soul from Oblivion to Eternity. The human experiences of the soul's embodiement as it journeys through the paths of life are displayed in the symbolic surrounds of each of the twenty stages throughout the garden. Each stage absorbs the mood and atmosphere of its representation. On descending the 'Hill of Learning' to the level of his fellow students he resists the temptation of the easy path and follows the more challenging rugged path of adventure which leads step by step through his adolescent years to the 'Parting of the Ways' Descending from the summit of the 'Hill of Ambition' the couple pause by the waterfall to pray to their god who makes the way easier and the bridge across the water smooth. Upon crossing, they reach the 'Tea House' and the miniature Japanese Village. On reaching the 'Well of Wisdom' the couple pause to wish for enlightment before crossing the "Red Bridge of Life' which leads them into the 'Garden of Peace and Contentment' beyond. The Irish National Stud: The farm at Tully, Kildare, which is today the home of the Irish National Stud, was the brainchild of Colonel William Hall-Walker, a Scotsman in 1900. He decided, much against the wishes of his father, to breed thoroughbred horses at Tully. Hall-Walker's views on breeding have been described as inspired, preposterous and eccentric. The ten stallion boxes with their distinctive lantern roofs stand as proof of his highly successful, extraordinary policies on breeding and management. He believed that the stars dictated the destiny of all living creatures. He therefore considered it very important that the moon and stars should exercise their maximum influence on their subjects and thus skylights were incorporated into the roofs of all stabling he built. Show me all the details for Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens | |
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2. Bogs |
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Peatland WorldJim Kenna , Lullymore, Bog of Allen, Co. KildareFor centuries, peat has been a vital part of rural life in Ireland. Cutting and 'bringing home the turf' was a community activity. A cheap and efficient fuel in bad times and good, it provided a focal point in the hearths of cottages and farmhouses. Stories were told, songs were sung, music and games were played and school homework was done in the glow of turf fires.l At Peatland World, you can discover the social impact of turf production through recreations, samples, models and photographs. You will see: Pre-historic artefacts that were preserved in bogland, A typical Irish Cottage Kitchen from the early 1900's with a turf fire and traditional hearth, Mementoes of turf-cutting camps and competitions, Examples of turf-cutting implements and equipment, As the 20th century progressed, peat became an important energy and employment source. Milled peat provided fuel for electric power generation. Smokeless compressed peat 'briquettes' reduced domestic fuel pollution problems. Peat moss won international acclaim as a growth medium for garden plants. Ireland's peat enterprise and technology became a model for the world. At Peatland World, you can follow the progress of these achievements through displays featuring: detailed scale models of briquette factories and peatfuelled power stations, peat fuel samples from all over the world, examples of experimental peat-based products - from cosmetics to clothing, and from insulation to postcards, peat technology presentations. | |
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3. Tourist Attractions |
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Celbridge Abbey GroundsMs. Patricia O'Neill , St. Raphael's, Co. KildareThe magnificent grounds of Celbridge Abbey situated on the river Liffey and Millrace are being developed by the St. John of God Order as a historical, cultural and environmental amenity for the public. It is 12 miles from the city centre. The facilities include; Gulliver’s Restaurant, a children’s playground, a car park, picnic areas, garden centre, theme walks and river walks. This enterprise includes a sales outlet and provides opportunities for training and employment for adults with learning difficulties. The Rockbridge in Celbridge Abbey grounds is the ancient bridge overlooking Vanessa’s Bower and Weir and is believed to be the oldest remaining stone bridge over the River Liffey. Buses 67 and 67a from Middle Abbey Street, Central Dublin. Arrow train service to Hazelhatch station, Newcastle Road. The Celbridge Abbey Grounds on the bank of the river Liffey are under development by the Saint John of God Order as an environmental, cultural, and historical amenity for the General Public. HISTORICAL INFORMATION: Celbridge Abbey was built in 1960 by Bartholomew Van Homrigh, Lord Mayor of Dublin 1697. Bartholomew Von Homrigh secured from King William III the great chain of office still worn by Lord Mayors today. His daughter Vanessa had romantic associations with the eminent author Dean Jonathan Swift. Swift visited regularly wit Vanessa in the Celbridge Abbey Grounds delighting in the beauty and seclusion of the natural walks and bowers. Their relationship did not come to fruition and Vanessa died at the early age of 35 having contacted tuberculosis from her sister Mary. On the death of Vanessa, Celbridge Abbey came into the possession of Lord Chief Justice Thomas, Marly, grandfather of the eminent parliamentarian Henry Grattan. Grattan frequently visited the Celbridge Abbey Grounds. It was while visiting his uncle here that he wrote some of his great speeches. Grattan himself claimed to be inspired by the spirit of Swift. It was in Vanessa’s Bower that he wrote his famous speech " The Declaration of Rights" culminating in the achievement of legislative independence of 1782. The Celbridge Abbey Grounds came into the possession of the Saint John of God Order in 1952. In 1988, the Order decided to develop the grounds as a public amenity. Central to this development is the provision of sheltered employment for people with learning difficulties. The development provides a unique employment opportunity for integration of people with learning difficulties in a normal work environment. | |
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4. Sightseeing Tours |
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Mary Gibbon's Tours - The Boyne Valley TourMary Gibbons , Co. KildareTHE BOYNE VALLEY *Why Newgrange must be visited 1. Newgrange is located in The Boyne Valley - a listed world heritage site along with the Great Wall of China, The Pyramids of Egypt, and Stonehenge. 2. Newgrange is a Neolithic Ritual Centre and Passage Tomb with architectural links to the pre-historic maritime peoples of Portugal, Northern Spain, Brittany and Denmark. 3. It's decorated entrance stone and Corbelled inner chamber display most impressively executed examples of abstract stone age art of the early farming communities in Western Europe. 4. These sophisticated early farmers were astronomers who incorporated a light-box and solar calender into the Newgrange passage. This was done to illuminate the cremated bones of the dead in the inner chamber during the winter solstice. It was also a symbolic technique to celebrate the re-birth in the after-life and the dawning of the new year. 5. Also learn of the famous Battle of the Boyne (a watershed in Irish History) where William of Orange (Holland) defeated James II of England in 1690. Note: No tours to Newgrange on 6th May - 3rd June - 5th August. Tour to Knowth is an equal alternative. Show me all the details for Mary Gibbon's Tours - The Boyne Valley Tour | |
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5. Canals |
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Along The Barrow NavigationSt Mullins, Co. KildareThere are 17.7 kilometres (11 miles) of canals with 22 locks on the navigation. Athy: Athy, the ford of Ae, has been an important river crossing from early times and is full of historical interest. Levitstown: The canals which bypass the river rapids or weirs are tranquil oases compared to the swirling waters of the open river. There is a marked difference in the vegetation of the slow-moving canals and the deep, fast-flowing Barrow. At the Levitstown canal, which is the longest on the river, Duckweed and Yellow Water-lilies are plentiful. Carlow: The bridge in Carlow is one of the oldest and the lowest on the river. It was built in 1569 and widened in 1815. Carlow to milford Lock: There is a lovely walk along the grassy towpath to Clogrennan. The boundary hedgerow supports a diversity of species inlcuding Guelder-rose, Spindle and Hazel, all of which produce an autumn fruit crop for birds and animals. Milford is one of the more attractive stretches along the Barrow Navigation. The three bridges, large mill buildings, fast-flowing river, weir, slow moving canal and the large wooded area surrounding Milford make this a picturesque location with much wildlife interest. Leighlinbridge Leignlinbridge is an attractive small settlement. The bridge of seven arches, built in 1320 and widened in 1789, is the oldest on the river. Bagenalstown: The town lies on the east bank of the river and on the west bank large meadows slope down to the water. The canal here was constructed by the mill owners and is separated from the river by a long, narrow island which is a bird sanctuary. Goresbridge: The river now passes through very fertile country with cultivated fields and pastureland. The blackstairs Mountains with Mount Leinster rise away to the east and Brandon Hill dominates the view to the west. Borris to Graiguenamanagh: This is a very attractive wooded stretch of river with Borris Demesne on the east bank. Graiguenamanagh to St. Mullins: There are seven arches on Graiguenamanagh Bridge which was built in the 1760s. Carriglead Lock south of Graiguenamanagh is the oldest on the system. | |
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6. Rivers |
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Along The Barrow NavigationSt Mullins, Co. KildareThere are 17.7 kilometres (11 miles) of canals with 22 locks on the navigation. Athy: Athy, the ford of Ae, has been an important river crossing from early times and is full of historical interest. Levitstown: The canals which bypass the river rapids or weirs are tranquil oases compared to the swirling waters of the open river. There is a marked difference in the vegetation of the slow-moving canals and the deep, fast-flowing Barrow. At the Levitstown canal, which is the longest on the river, Duckweed and Yellow Water-lilies are plentiful. Carlow: The bridge in Carlow is one of the oldest and the lowest on the river. It was built in 1569 and widened in 1815. Carlow to milford Lock: There is a lovely walk along the grassy towpath to Clogrennan. The boundary hedgerow supports a diversity of species inlcuding Guelder-rose, Spindle and Hazel, all of which produce an autumn fruit crop for birds and animals. Milford is one of the more attractive stretches along the Barrow Navigation. The three bridges, large mill buildings, fast-flowing river, weir, slow moving canal and the large wooded area surrounding Milford make this a picturesque location with much wildlife interest. Leighlinbridge Leignlinbridge is an attractive small settlement. The bridge of seven arches, built in 1320 and widened in 1789, is the oldest on the river. Bagenalstown: The town lies on the east bank of the river and on the west bank large meadows slope down to the water. The canal here was constructed by the mill owners and is separated from the river by a long, narrow island which is a bird sanctuary. Goresbridge: The river now passes through very fertile country with cultivated fields and pastureland. The blackstairs Mountains with Mount Leinster rise away to the east and Brandon Hill dominates the view to the west. Borris to Graiguenamanagh: This is a very attractive wooded stretch of river with Borris Demesne on the east bank. Graiguenamanagh to St. Mullins: There are seven arches on Graiguenamanagh Bridge which was built in the 1760s. Carriglead Lock south of Graiguenamanagh is the oldest on the system. | |
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7. Walks |
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Irish National Stud & Japanese GardensTully, Co. KildareThe Japanese Gardens: The symbolism of life the gardens portray traces the journey of a soul from Oblivion to Eternity. The human experiences of the soul's embodiement as it journeys through the paths of life are displayed in the symbolic surrounds of each of the twenty stages throughout the garden. Each stage absorbs the mood and atmosphere of its representation. On descending the 'Hill of Learning' to the level of his fellow students he resists the temptation of the easy path and follows the more challenging rugged path of adventure which leads step by step through his adolescent years to the 'Parting of the Ways' Descending from the summit of the 'Hill of Ambition' the couple pause by the waterfall to pray to their god who makes the way easier and the bridge across the water smooth. Upon crossing, they reach the 'Tea House' and the miniature Japanese Village. On reaching the 'Well of Wisdom' the couple pause to wish for enlightment before crossing the "Red Bridge of Life' which leads them into the 'Garden of Peace and Contentment' beyond. The Irish National Stud: The farm at Tully, Kildare, which is today the home of the Irish National Stud, was the brainchild of Colonel William Hall-Walker, a Scotsman in 1900. He decided, much against the wishes of his father, to breed thoroughbred horses at Tully. Hall-Walker's views on breeding have been described as inspired, preposterous and eccentric. The ten stallion boxes with their distinctive lantern roofs stand as proof of his highly successful, extraordinary policies on breeding and management. He believed that the stars dictated the destiny of all living creatures. He therefore considered it very important that the moon and stars should exercise their maximum influence on their subjects and thus skylights were incorporated into the roofs of all stabling he built. Show me all the details for Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens | |
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8. Visitors Centre |
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Irish National Stud & Japanese GardensTully, Co. KildareThe Japanese Gardens: The symbolism of life the gardens portray traces the journey of a soul from Oblivion to Eternity. The human experiences of the soul's embodiement as it journeys through the paths of life are displayed in the symbolic surrounds of each of the twenty stages throughout the garden. Each stage absorbs the mood and atmosphere of its representation. On descending the 'Hill of Learning' to the level of his fellow students he resists the temptation of the easy path and follows the more challenging rugged path of adventure which leads step by step through his adolescent years to the 'Parting of the Ways' Descending from the summit of the 'Hill of Ambition' the couple pause by the waterfall to pray to their god who makes the way easier and the bridge across the water smooth. Upon crossing, they reach the 'Tea House' and the miniature Japanese Village. On reaching the 'Well of Wisdom' the couple pause to wish for enlightment before crossing the "Red Bridge of Life' which leads them into the 'Garden of Peace and Contentment' beyond. The Irish National Stud: The farm at Tully, Kildare, which is today the home of the Irish National Stud, was the brainchild of Colonel William Hall-Walker, a Scotsman in 1900. He decided, much against the wishes of his father, to breed thoroughbred horses at Tully. Hall-Walker's views on breeding have been described as inspired, preposterous and eccentric. The ten stallion boxes with their distinctive lantern roofs stand as proof of his highly successful, extraordinary policies on breeding and management. He believed that the stars dictated the destiny of all living creatures. He therefore considered it very important that the moon and stars should exercise their maximum influence on their subjects and thus skylights were incorporated into the roofs of all stabling he built. Show me all the details for Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens | |
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